Choose from 8 venues offering gel manicures near Portobello, Edinburgh

Elegance Beauty Salon at Newcraighall, Edinburgh has classy credentials, with an impressive range of manis, pedis, waxing, eyelash extensions, brow sculpting and plenty more.

Part of the successful chain, Elegance Beauty Salon found in Fort Kinnaird, is the latest to open in the bustling shopping centre, perfect for resting tired feet or a self-esteeming session.

They cover a huge spectrum of the beauty world, including waxing treatments for men and even manicures and makeup for your little ones.

Ideally located with access to free parking and only a 12-minute walk from Newcraighall station, there's no reason to not drop in today for a tempting treat.

Shimmer Health & Beauty is a salon located on the Portobello High Street, on the costal outskirts of Edinburgh City Centre. Their extensive and varied menu includes a wide range of beauty treatments including nails, waxing, facials and massage.

Shimmer is also the only salon in Scotland to have the newest, most up-to-date Floatation tank the "i-sopod". Float in warmth & silence, de-stress and relax!

Shimmer Health & Beauty use market-leading products to deliver the highest-quality service possible, including Jessica and GELeration polish as well as Dermalogica facial products. There is a large team of dedicated staff available, ensuring you'll never have to wait long for the treatment you desire.

There is roadside parking available directly outside the salon for customers to utilise.

At The Beauty Lounge by Lynzi, within Live Aveda Hair in Portobello, Edinburgh, you can choose from a select range of treatments, including waxing, eyebrows, lash lifts and gel nails. With plenty to tempt you, schedule an appointment today and let the expert team truly spoil you.

Nearest public transport:

The venue is situated in the bustling beach town of Portobello on the high street with a great bus route with free street parking nearby.

The team:

With over 25 years of experience in the beauty industry expect a professional, friendly service. Lyndsay's treatments are carried out to a high standard with quality products. She is qualified in many treatments and enjoys the variety, specialising particularly in intimate waxing which is carried out efficiently and to the highest standards.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Friendly, welcoming and bright.
• Specialises in: Intimate Waxing, eyebrow/lashes and nail treatments.
• Brands and products used: The Gel Bottle, Harley Wax and Lash & Brow Bomb.

Beauty By Dani in Meadowbank, Edinburgh offers you gel manicures and nail extensions, classic lashes, brow wax, lash tints and more.

Located within Wicked Hair Salon, and close to local bus routes and a short 12-minute walk from Meadowbank Shopping Centre.

Beren Beauty is a boutique-style salon located in Portobello, Edinburgh, just a short walk from Portobello Beach. If you want smooth, summer-ready skin, treat yourself to a laser hair removal or waxing treatment, or give your eyes the wow factor with a lash or brow treatment. Whatever you choose, the expert team at Beren Beauty will make sure to pamper you.

Nearest public transport:

There are bus stops for local routes situated just beside the venue.

The team:

Hasret is fully qualified and experienced in the beauty industry.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Modern, welcoming and relaxing.
• Specialises in: Laser hair removal, lash and brow treatments.
• Brands and products used: HD Brows.
• The extra touches: The venue is accessible for wheelchair users and Hasret also speaks Turkish.

Situated in Edinburgh's tranquil Portobello area, Soho Make Up, Hair & Beauty Bar is a sleek, city style nail bar and beauty salon, specialising in head to toe makeovers.

Established in early 2018, this spacious salon boasts four nail bars, four makeup stations and two private rooms dedicated to tanning and hair removal. Bright and airy, Soho is staffed by a friendly team of experienced nail, waxing, makeup and threading technicians, each specialising in their own field. Among the impressive menu of treatments on offer you'll find LVL's eye-opening lash lift, the 7 step HD brow treatment, express waxing packages and both gel polish and overlays for natural nails alongside acrylics with optional nail art.

Open Tuesday through Saturday with late nights on Thursdays, Soho's is wheelchair accessible, has plenty of on-street parking close by and is situated along the 42/44 bus route. Free consultations and refreshments are available with every service, including a glass of Prosecco for over 18s.

Give your hair the treatment it deserves at Escara Hairdressing in Musselburgh. Balayage, highlights, haircutting, and hair conditioning are just a few of the treatments on offer at this top salon.

Nearest public transport:

The salon can be found using local bus services.

The team:

All the technicians are experienced, friendly professionals who are known for building human connections. They live, breathe, and sleep customer service, always going the extra mile.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Modern, professional.
• Specialises in: Hair.
• Brands and products used: Wellaplex, Illumina.

Located in Moredun, Edinburgh, Serenity offers a wide selection of hair and beauty services. If you're looking for a fresh new set of acrylic nails, or are in need of a root touch-up, this is the perfect one-stop-shop for all your beauty needs.

Nearest public transport:
The salon can be reached using local bus services from the city centre.

The team:
The team is highly qualified with each having completed training and qualifications for their respective areas.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Newly refurbished.
• Specialises in: Hair and beauty treatments.
• Brands and products used: Lifted, Lash Base, The Ordinary, Schwarzkopf, Wella, Glitter Bells, CND.
• The extra touches: Non-alcoholic refreshments are available for clients during their visit.